How does insoluble fiber decrease a person's risk for diverticulosis? A. by reducing constipation B. by breaking down in the colon and changing the composition of the stool C. by destroying harmful bacteria D. by decreasing bulk in the stool

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Insoluble fiber decreases a person's risk for diverticulosis by reducing constipation.

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